Teachers' Perceptions of the Implementation of Independent Learning Curriculum at Public Elementary School Gembong

Nurhalimah; Ika Ari Pratiwi; Fardani Much Arsyad; Norazana Mohd Nor

doi:10.53797/icccmjssh.v2i4.5.2023

Authors

Nurhalimah Muria Kudus University, Kudus, 59327 Central Java, Indonesia
Ika Ari Pratiwi Muria Kudus University, Kudus, 59327 Central Java, Indonesia
Fardani Much Arsyad Muria Kudus University, Kudus, 59327 Central Java, Indonesia
Norazana Mohd Nor Curriculum and Co-curriculum Leadership Department, National Institute of Educational Management and Leadership, Ministry of Education, 62604 Putrajaya, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53797/icccmjssh.v2i4.5.2023

Keywords:

Teacher’s perception, freedom to learn curriculum, elementary school

Abstract

This research was conducted at Public Elementary School No. 01, Gembong, Gembong Village, Gembong District, Pati Regency. This research aims to describe teachers' perceptions of the implementation of the independent learning curriculum and identify the impacts from the implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum at Public Elementary School No. 01. The research methods used are qualitative; data collection techniques used in this research are observation, interviews, documentation, and field notes. The data sources used in this research are primary and secondary data. The results of the research show that teachers have a positive perception of implementing the independent learning curriculum, namely: 1) implementing the independent learning curriculum requires thorough preparation by teachers; 2) teachers feel helped by the existence of PMM (Merdeka Mengajar Platform; 3) implementation of Merdeka Belajar provides freedom for teachers and students. The independent learning curriculum has a positive impact, namely: 1) can develop teacher competency; 2) learning is more interesting and enjoyable; and 3) can develop students' character. Implementing the independent learning curriculum cannot be separated from the obstacles experienced by teachers in its implementation. There are obstacles experienced by teachers in implementing the independent learning curriculum, namely obstacles in preparing learning equipment, using technology in learning, and limited learning resources.

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